Introduction to Swiss Law

The aim of this book is to provide an authoritative description of the major elements of the American legal system. The eighteen chapters provide a historical, systematic, & critical introduction to the law of the United States. This book is intended primarily for two audiences. First, it is directed at the growing international audience interested in learning about the law of other countries. It provides students, lawyers, scholars, business people, & administrators outside the United States with the basic information required to understand America's principal legal concepts & institutions. Second, the volume is aimed at the (American) law student or general student interested in law & who desires a reliable overview of the American legal system.Dessemontet, Francois is the author of 'Introduction to Swiss Law', published 1984 under ISBN 9789065440204 and ISBN 9065440208.